Good Golly Ms. Mollie

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By David Jacobs

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In the tumultuous era of the early 20th century, Molly Ringgold, an 18-year-old former slave, finds herself at the center of a violent storm. After a desperate act of self-preservation leads her to shoot her master's wife, Molly flees for her life, seeking refuge in the vibrant Greenwood District of Tulsa, Oklahoma.

With nothing but her wits and determination, Molly leverages her gifts and talents to build a thriving enterprise that caters to the desires of the community. Her business ventures, which include gambling, prostitution, and bootlegging, quickly gain popularity, and Molly becomes a fixture in the Greenwood community.

As her wealth and influence grow, so does the reputation of the Greenwood District as a hub of Black entrepreneurship and innovation, earning it the nickname "Black Wall Street." Molly's rags-to-riches story is a testament to her resilience and cunning, as she navigates the complexities of a society that often seeks to hold her back.

"Good Goodly Ms. Molly" is a gripping tale of survival, ambition, and the unbreakable spirit of a young woman who refuses to be defined by her circumstances. Through Molly's journey, we witness the birth of a legend, a woman who would leave an indelible mark on the history of Tulsa's Black Wall Street.

Good Golly Ms. Mollie